National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) — Department of Civil Engineering
Cut-off Date: 20 Jul 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 32 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | — | 21 Jul 1994 to 20 Jul 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | — | 21 Jul 1994 to 20 Jul 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | +3 yrs | 21 Jul 1991 to 20 Jul 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +5 yrs | 21 Jul 1989 to 20 Jul 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +5 yrs | 21 Jul 1989 to 20 Jul 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 42 yrs | +10 yrs | 21 Jul 1984 to 20 Jul 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–32 Years (As on 20 Jul 2026)
The National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow (PhD), announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Odisha. The online application window opens on 22 June 2026 and closes on 20 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold B.E/B.Tech in Civil Engineering and M.E/M.Tech in Water Resources Engineering with 60% or 6.5 CGPA and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 32 years with relaxation for reserved categories, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of INR 37,000 to 42,000 per month. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting and Walk-in Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 22 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
20 Jul 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (PhD) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | B.E/B.Tech in Civil Engineering and M.E/M.Tech in Water Resources Engineering with 60% or 6.5 CGPA |
| Age Limit | Max 32 years with relaxation for reserved categories |
| Salary | INR 37,000 to 42,000 per month |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting and Walk-in Interview |
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela has invited applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for a PhD project in the Department of Civil Engineering. This is a contractual engagement based on merit, with a walk-in interview scheduled for July 2026.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (PhD) |
| Total Vacancy | 1 |
| Project Code | NITR/SR/2026/Advt.-26CE006/I/044 |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 July 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview | 28 July 2026 |
Candidates must ensure they meet the following educational requirements before submitting their application:
Note: Incomplete applications or those submitted after 20 July 2026 will not be considered for the selection process. Candidates must carry original documents for verification during the walk-in interview.
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